Description
Honey Garlic Chicken Skewers are a delicious fusion of sweet and savory flavors, making them an ideal choice for any gathering or quick weeknight meal. Marinated in a tantalizing blend of honey, garlic, and Parmesan cheese, each tender piece of chicken is grilled to perfection, resulting in juicy bites that are sure to delight your taste buds. Whether served as an appetizer, main dish, or part of a festive spread, these skewers are versatile enough to impress at any occasion. Plus, cooking them in an air fryer ensures they come out crispy on the outside while remaining moist inside. Enjoy the ease of preparation and the satisfaction of serving a dish that everyone will love!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 large lemon (juiced)
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 5 garlic cloves (minced)
- Seasonings: soy sauce, Dijon mustard, smoked paprika, crushed red pepper, oregano, salt, black pepper
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine chicken thighs with vegetable oil, Parmesan cheese, lemon juice, honey, soy sauce, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, smoked paprika, crushed red pepper, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to coat the chicken evenly.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or overnight for enhanced flavor.
- Thread marinated chicken pieces onto wooden skewers (5-6 pieces per skewer).
- Preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C) and arrange skewers in the basket.
- Air fry for 11-12 minutes until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C), flipping halfway through.
- While cooking, melt butter in a skillet; add minced garlic and cook until fragrant. Stir in honey and Parmesan cheese.
- Brush cooked skewers with honey garlic butter before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 skewer (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 120mg